Grade: Internship
Publication date: 03 May 2023
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 17 May 2023
Vacancy no.: INTERNROSTER/2023/1/INFOTEC
Job ID: [[10593]]
Department: [[Information & Technology Management Department (INFOTEC) ]]
Organization Unit: [[INFOTEC]]
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of contract: 3 to 6 months (starting on the 1st or the 15th of a given month)
You are applying to the ILO generic internship roster, which is published several times per year. The roster will be made available to all departments and field offices, which will then select and directly contact suitable candidates. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, the ILO does not inform candidates about the status of their application.
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
**Please note that you can apply to a maximum of three internship profiles during the current application period. If you apply to more than three internship profiles, your application will not be considered for any profile.** Note that you may withdraw your candidature at any time via the Jobs Applied section of your profile.
It is highly recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid last minute technical issues or delays. Late applications will not be considered.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non- or under- represented member States. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to those with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
Please note that in the context of the new ILO organigram, the naming of the departments may be subject to change.
The Information & Technology Management Department (INFOTEC) provides the technologies, data and systems necessary to support the ILO in successful delivery of its mandate to promote social justice, decent work, human rights and labour standards throughout the world.
INFOTEC is responsible for information management and utilization of technology for the ILO. INFOTEC provides modern, secure, and reliable IT infrastructure, technologies, applications and services to enable the ILO to effectively manage information and use technology to perform its mission.
Information Security and Assurance Services Unit (ISAS)
• Works closely with the ILO's Internal Audit Office, Legal Department and Risk Manager to establish information security governance and risk management frameworks
• Establishes information technology security policies and controls in compliance with widely recognized information security regulations and standards
• Develops a strategic vision for the security program; ensures effective assignment and acceptance of information and technology security-related roles and responsibilities; and defines the ILO's enterprise information security architecture
• Ensures effective identity and access management are implemented; controls security threats; conducts vulnerability assessments; organizes digital forensics; manages incident response; and establishes an IT security awareness program
• Is led by the ILO's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
As an intern, you will be exposed to a whole range of cybersecurity areas such as incident triage and response, vulnerability management, Information Security Risk Management and more. You will be gaining experience in working with specialists who are involved in the management and operations of IT security for an International Organisation with a global footprint.
The overall objective of the internship is to assist with the automatization of triage and analysis of alerts. In particular, you will work with the cybersecurity team on the following tasks:
Interns should expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.
Enrolled in a university degree in computer science, preferably with a focus on cybersecurity
The candidate should be enrolled in their final year of graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 years ago.
Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and be able to work in a team.
Any relevant work experience and knowledge of IT would be an advantage
English or French with good writing and understanding of the second language.
Knowledge of scripting using Powershell, Linux Bash or Python. Knowledge of Git or other code version control system. Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts. Analytical and research skills. Writing skills to document procedures and developments
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
Following a first screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD), hiring departments will short-list applicants. You will be directly contacted should an internship opportunity match your profile. If you have not been contacted by any department within six months after your application, you can consider that you have not been selected by any department for this roster. If still eligible, you may apply to the next roster.
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the hiring department for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend:
As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 CHF per month from the ILO, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense.
In addition to the amounts referred above, each intern shall receive the amount of CHF45 per month, or the equivalent amount in the currency in which the monthly stipend is paid, which is a contribution from the Office towards the cost of medical insurance to cover the period of the internship.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
Fraud warning:
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.
This vacancy is archived.